Sunday, August 5, 2007

Back to School

Tomorrow, Jacob returns to school. He is in the first grade this year. He says he isn't looking forward to it and I agree with his reasoning. It's too dang early. I mean it is August 6th for pete's sake. What ever happened to going back after Labor Day? Not only is it too early to return, it's too stinking hot. And, get this, they go back for 1/2 a day tomorrow, out on Tuesday and then go back to a full day on Wednesday. What is up with that?
But, not one of those school board people asked me what I think and I doubt they will anytime soon. So, we go with the flow because, well, we have no choice.

So tonight we get back into the swing of our school routine. Bath at 7:00 and in bed by 9:00 - no later. Tonight we also have to get all those brand-spanking-new school supplies in that new camoflouge backpack. We have to put his name on everything and pack it just so.

I'm not really looking forward to sending my baby boy off to big ole first grade, but I have to admit that there is a perk in it for me. As you may know, until recently, I babysat for two little ones. Since I am no longer babysitting, I am going to have me some good God time while Jacob is in school.
I am looking forward to quiet time with God and His Word - real, honest to goodness quiet time. I can turn off the t.v. and everything. I can hardly wait.

So, if you guys think about it, keep my boy in your prayers for a good school year. And for me too. And, I'll do the same for you.

2 comments:

Lisa Spence said...

Praying that you and your boy both have a wonderful day tomorrow, and that it will be the beginning of a school year filled with achievement and excellence!

Enjoy your God time! My guys go back the 15th and I'm thinking I may lay on the sofa all day! (but probably not...)

Shelly said...

AWE! First grade!!!

But I agree...what's with the goofy school schedule the 1st few days!??